Invincible Season 3 still has epic action sequences, but it also takes the time to dive deeper into the heroes and explore their mental struggles. It should be noted that this review is based on only the first six episodes of the season.
Invincible is one of the best adult animated series on television, but it is also one of the best series in general. It does a great job of adapting the comic books in a faithful way while knowing when to expand and add more to the story.
Season 3 still delivers the epic, bloody showdowns that fans have grown accustomed to, but it also takes the time to dive deeper into the characters’ mental states. Many struggles come with being a hero – knowing when to do the right thing and knowing that there will be civilian casualties no matter how hard you try, just to name a few.
Probably the biggest thing of all is the involvement of family. This is why most superheroes have secret identities – to keep their loved ones safe. This is a theme that is explored heavily in Invincible season 3, especially since Mark has a younger half-brother now.
Oliver is adorable, and easily one of my favorite parts of this season. He looks up to his older brother, wanting to be just like him. He struggles with the fact that the people of Earth hate his father, because he never saw that side of Omni-Man. While I cannot say too much without getting into spoilers, I love where Oliver goes this season and enjoyed taking this journey with him.
Powerplex is the main villain of the first six episodes of Invincible Season 3. Aaron Paul voices him brilliantly. I was thrilled to see this character step into the spotlight, as he truly has a tragic backstory.
Of course, this also follows the themes of the unexpected consequences of being a hero. His arc is a tough one to swallow, but one that plays out incredibly well on screen.
Early on in the season, fans will finally get to experience Cecil’s backstory. This is something that I have been waiting for and while it takes away a little bit of the mystery behind the character, it also explains so much.
Without going into details, this was exactly how I wanted to see things play out and I think that Invincible Season 3 was the perfect time to do it. As always, Walton Goggins absolutely crushes every single line that comes out of his mouth.
Invincible Season 3 finally spends time exploring Mark and Eve’s relationship. Something that everyone has been waiting to see for years now. Season 2 explored the struggles that Eve was going through with her family and her powers, and while she seems to be over the worst of that, now it is her turn to help Mark with his struggles.
I love watching the two of them be there for each other, while understanding what the job is all about. They have a responsibility to the world, and because they are both superheroes, they understand each other on a level many partners cannot.
There are other relationships to be explored this season, that I do not want to give away, but it seems like everyone is starting to feel that weight that is placed on their shoulders. A lot of characters are contemplating their futures, and if this role of work is even worth it anymore. Lines are blurred.
Invincible Season 3 still features some incredible, epic, bloody action sequences, but it takes the time to dive deeper into the characters and their mental states, something I truly appreciate.
Invincible Season Three premieres exclusively on Prime Video with three episodes premiering on February 6, 2025, followed by weekly episode debuts.
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About Invincible Season 3
Based on the award-winning comic book series by Robert Kirkman, co-creator Cory Walker, and contributing creator Ryan Ottley, Invincible follows 17-year-old Mark Grayson, as he inherits his father’s superpowers and sets out to become Earth’s greatest defender, only to discover the job is more challenging than he could have ever imagined.
Everything changes as Mark is forced to face his past, and his future, while discovering how much further he’ll need to go to protect the people he loves.
Invincible Season Three premieres exclusively on Prime Video with three episodes premiering on February 6, 2025, followed by weekly episode debuts.
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